Introduction to Game Development

• Overview of the Game Development Process

• Game Development Life Cycle

• Types of Games (Mobile, PC, Console, VR)

Game Design Principles

• Understanding Game Mechanics and Gameplay

• Game Storytelling and Narrative Design

• Level Design and Environment Creation

• User Interface (UI) and User Experience (UX) Design

Game Engines and Development Platforms

• Introduction to Unity and Unreal Engine

• Game Development in Unity (C# Scripting)

• Game Development in Unreal Engine (Blueprints and C++)

Programming for Game Development

• Introduction to C# and C++ for Game Development

• Game Physics and Collision Detection

• AI for Non-Player Characters (NPCs)

• Animation and Character Movement

3D Modelling and Game Assets

• Basics of 3D Modelling for Games (Blender, Maya)

• Importing and Using Game Assets in Unity and Unreal

• Texturing, Shading, and Lighting in 3D Games

Sound Design and Music for Games

• Sound Effects and Background Music for Games

• Implementing Audio in Unity and Unreal

• Creating Dynamic Audio Systems

Game Monetization Strategies

• In-App Purchases and Ads for Mobile Games

• Pricing Models for Game Releases (Freemium, Paid, Subscription)

Marketing and Community Building

• Strategies for Promoting Your Game

• Building a Community and Engaging Players

• Social Media and Crowdfunding for Game Development

Multiplayer and Networking

• Introduction to Multiplayer Game Development

• Setting Up Online Servers for Multiplayer Games

• Game Networking and Synchronization

Game Testing and Debugging

• Playtesting and Feedback Loops

• Bug Fixing and Performance Optimization

• Quality Assurance (QA) for Games

Deploying and Publishing Games

• Game Store Platforms (Steam, App Store, Google Play)

• Packaging and Publishing Your Game

• Post-Launch Support and Updates

Capstone Project

• Developing a Fully Functional Game

• From Design to Deployment: End-to-End Game Development